The 42 most beautiful train stations in the world

"Beautiful train stations are arguably a city's most treasured architectural landmark. With nonstop flights going seemingly everywhere, people tend to prefer the sky over the rail. That said, there's something nostalgic - and even glamorous - about boarding a train that simply cannot be replicated in any other form of transportation - especially planes, which are getting more modern by the year."

"After all, trains are often credited with completely transforming the United States in nearly every regard (socially, politically, and economically) during the most financially lucrative period, the Gilded Age. And with the popularity of trains on the rise throughout the latter half of the glittering 19th century, some of the stations are unsurprisingly beautiful works of architectural magic. From the celestial-inspired frescoes on the towering ceilings to the glossy"

Beautiful train stations serve as treasured architectural landmarks that combine nostalgia and glamour with functional transportation. Trains transformed the United States socially, politically, and economically during the Gilded Age, driving an architectural boom. Many stations built in the late 19th century feature celestial frescoes, towering ceilings, glossy red brick floors, and other ornate details. Architectural styles range from Gothic Revival, as in London's St Pancras International, to Art Deco and Spanish Colonial, as in Los Angeles Union Station. Dramatic station designs turn everyday commutes and global travel into awe-inspiring experiences. Travelers are encouraged to plan stops at renowned stations to witness their historic and aesthetic significance.

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